Finish Carpentry Power Tools For Your Trim Work Projects
One of the main carpentry power tools you will be using a lot is your miter saw. I have used many different brands and have found that as long as the blade is nice and sharp most can do the job just fine. I do prefer and recommend the 10" blade models or bigger for a broader range of use for the investment. My best advice is to stick with the major known brands. Basically with tools for carpentry or any tools you get what you pay for. The brands of saws I have and use are DeWalt and Bosch.Miter Saw Tables Or Stand Options
A miter saw table or stand is also nice to have and gives you more control when cutting the longer trim pieces. There are many models and brands to choose from although a set of saw horses and a couple adjustable roller stands and you can make your own. The type I use and highly recommend is called the sawhelper.No other miter saw stand even compares to its light weight, portability and durability. Well worth the extra money I spent. I am absolutely sure if you purchased one you would agree.
Cordless Power Tool Recommendations
Another tool you will need is a cordless screw gun. This tool is also very handy in many other applications. I would not buy anything smaller than a 14 volt model just because it has so many other uses and the extra power is nice. If you want to get more bang for your buck when buying carpentry power tools I recommend a combo tool kit. For the prices of these tool kits you can't go wrong and then you get some extra power tools such as a sawzall and or a cordless skil saw. They make the batteries so much better now for life, durability and power. Here is another tip and you heard it before stick with the major brands. I have personally used Milwaukee, Makita, Dewalt, Rigid, most of the major brands and these all performed well.
Other Multi Use Power Tools Necessary
Other carpentry power tools you may need and are also handy to have for other jobs or projects consist of a table saw and a jig saw or saber saw and or a sawzall. Of course the general rule applies here also you get what you pay for so don't buy the cheapest. The finish carpentry tools I recommend here i.e. the major brands, will be more than satisfactory for this application from experience.
You will also need an air compressor. There are many different styles and models to choose from. Again the more expensive ones are better just make sure it is big enough for the job intended. You will of course need some air hoses and accessories. Its nice to keep the saw dust blown out of your tools, keeping all of your carpentry power tools clean and performing well.
Two Sizes Of Finish Nail Guns
These days the majority of trim work is done with finish nail guns. I use two size finish nail guns for all my trim work. The big finish nail guns shoot 16 gauge nails and the small shoot 18 gauge nails. I do recommend the pnuematic ones as they are quicker and I found more dependable. I trim for a living so of course I have a little more expensive ones. The brands I like are Hitachi and Senco. All the quality tools for carpentry are available right here just click the links for what you need.
